Blade Sampler Pack - Where to Begin?

[Frito Ray]

The 6c

Good! A three piece razor is a good place to start, plus I’m 99% sure that it uses standard threads. If you like the handle then there are many vendors that sell head-only versions of razors for a decent price difference.

The main reason I asked is that I have their basic TTO(twist to open) called the Rookie and I don’t like it at all. The design is so wide it makes it impossible to shave under the nose.

Of the blades you mentioned, one of my recent surprises was the Derby Premium. It is a medium sharpness and is quite comfortable to my skin. I had avoided Derby products since I started because of the bad press it got, so I was pleasantly surprised that it agreed with me.

 

[GR5233]

Of the blades listed I’d say start with either the Perma-Sharps, Astra Platinum or Astra Stainless. In that order

 

[TripleB]

Thanks to everyone for you incredibly helpful advice.

I started with the Astra SP blades for my first shave last Friday and will continue to use them until I feel like I have a solid grasp of how to wet shave (1 month? 3 months? 6 months? - whatever it takes).

They worked extremely well in my 1967 Super Speed TTO but not so well in my Rockwell 6C - come to find out it was because I was too scared to use anything but plate 1 in the Rockwell (you can see my full First Wet Shave Experience in the Newbie section). Going to move to plate 2 and plate 3 in the Rockwell this afternoon - I'm sure that and feeling less nervous about shaving will make a huge difference on how the razor blade performs in the Rockwell.

I know it's different depending on the beard and the blade and the number of days growth, but typically, how many shaves will a blade like the Astra SP last before I should change it. I understand it's when it starts pulling the hair instead of cutting it, but the pulling could just be from my poor technique. LOL

Again, I appreciate all the help you've given me!

TripleB